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Thrive Wellness believes that creating healthy, balanced lifestyles is just as important as developing awareness and balance in our environment. We show our commitment to this philosophy by donating 1% of our net profit to environmental organizations. We feel taking responsibility for our bodies as well as our environment truly creates a balanced lifestyle.
 Originally from Orange County, CA, Adam moved to Santa Barbara, CA to attend the University of California at Santa Barbara where he graduated in 2000 with a B.A. in Psychology and minors in Health & Exercise Science and History. Adam has been a certified fitness trainer since 1999, and currently holds the distinguished CSCS, *D certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Adam was the Personal Training Director for 6 years at Goleta Valley Athletic Club in Goleta, CA where he created several fitness training programs and group fitness classes. Adam has trained a variety of clients ranging from novice exercisers to post-rehabilitation patients and professional athletes. In 2006, Adam moved to San Diego, CA to continue personal training and attend graduate school for acupuncture at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Currently, Adam’s education and research focus on acupuncture, postural alignment, and nutrition as methods for pain management, athletic performance enhancement, weight loss, and general wellness. Adam is also the fitness coordinator at the Wittgrove Bariatric Center at Scripps Hospital in La Jolla, CA.
In his own time, Adam competes in triathlons and marathons and spends time playing tennis and golf. He enjoys all kinds of music, reading, and engaging in numerous fitness activities. Adam’s interests and research have significantly influenced his unique training style that challenges, educates, and inspires his clients.
 Caitlin grew up at the beach in San Diego, CA. She graduated in 1995 with a B.A. in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Biology from The Evergreen College in Olympia, Washington. Caitlin has been a massage therapist since 2000 and currently has a Holistic Health Practitioner license from the City of San Diego as well as a certification from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). Caitlin was the massage therapist at Goleta Valley Chiropractic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Goleta, CA for 2 years where she focused on diverse pain rehabilitation, sports injuries, and postural and neuromuscular correction. In 2002, Caitlin co-founded the accredited Santa Barbara Bodyworks massage school in Santa Barbara, CA where she taught swedish massage, sports massage, neuromuscular therapy, and deep tissue massage classes. Caitlin’s vast knowledge, experience, and perceptive touch developed into a thriving private practice where she continued to create comprehensive and individualized therapeutic techniques for pain management, injury prevention, and overall relaxation and balance. In 2006, Caitlin relocated to San Diego to continue her practice and attend graduate school at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine for acupuncture, Traditional Chinese medicine, and Tui Na (a blend of Chinese physical therapy and bodywork). Currently, Caitlin’s studies focus on acupuncture, Women’s health, pain rehabilitation, musculoskeletal imbalance, sports injuries, and pediatric medicine. Along with her studies, Caitlin is the head massage therapist at Acusport Health Center in Ocean Beach, CA, as well as the lifestyle educator at the La Jolla Clinic of Integrative Medicine in La Jolla, CA.
In her spare time, Caitlin enjoys outdoor activities and exercise. She has competed in several marathons and triathlons, and enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and yoga. Her personal endeavors have crossed over to a unique and intuitive understanding in her bodywork practice.
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